The Invisible Wall of China

By Dr Mohit Nayal

The disintegration of Soviet Union in 1991, led to five new countries gaining independence in Central Asia. The Muslims, a predominant majority in the region, had faced religious suppression under the rule of the communist. Thus, began an era where Islam was practiced with larger freedom. However, the governance of most of these states was with the autocratic leaders who had grown under the influence of communism. Therefore, it was but natural for them to soon impose religious restrictions. This close tussle in almost all these newly raised states, led to emergence of some radical groups. Over the years, the influence of such groups has spread to the extent of posing a threat to the stability of country like China. A foothold for radical groups in China is a possibility as its western province of Xinjiang has historical links with Central Asia and was part of Turkistan. Today Xinjiang due to its ethnic violence between the Uyghur Muslims and the Han Chinese is acknowledged to be quite volatile. The link of Uyghur's with Central Asia has further compounded China problem. Apart from the extremists, China is also concerned regarding the growing American presence within the region of Central Asia. To negate the American influence and restrain any turbulence on its western province supported by the extremist of Central Asia, there is a need for China to review its external and internal policies which will steer it towards a more politically and economically stable nation. Failing to addresses such simmering issues the nation will be trapped within the folds of 'THE INVISIBLE WALL OF CHINA'.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Vij Books India Private Limited
• Release date: Aug 22, 2012
• ISBN: 9789381411711

Dr Mohit Nayal

Dr Mohit Nayal was commissioned in 3 GUARDS (1RAJ RIF) in Dec 1999. The Officer apart from serving with his Mechanised Battalion in various places within the Western Sector has also done tenure in Jammu & Kashmir with the Rashtriya Rifles at Baramulla. Presently, the officer is posted with a Mountain Division which is committed in counter insurgency operations in Manipur. Mohit is a PhD in Political Science and his academic area of interest is China and the Central Asian region.